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Solar surge: ISA ups viability gap funding to 35%, ushers in a new era
November 2, 2023, 4:13 PM IST
In a landmark decision, the International Solar Alliance (ISA) has taken a giant leap towards revolutionizing the renewable energy sector by increasing Viability Gap Funding (VGF) for solar projects in developing countries. This substantial boost…
November 2, 2023, 4:13 PM IST
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The sapiosexual revolution: Rekindling romance in the age of intellect
October 25, 2023, 4:42 PM IST
In a world where the dating scene often feels like a high-stakes game of “swipe right if you like the selfie,” there’s a growing tribe that’s boldly defying the status quo: the sapiosexuals. While most…
October 25, 2023, 4:42 PM IST
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Extreme heat threatens our children’s golden years! Act today to help them avoid this tomorrow
October 11, 2023, 1:09 PM IST
In a world where climate change is no longer just a distant threat, new research from the Penn State College of Health and Human Development, Purdue University College of Sciences, and Purdue Institute for a…
October 11, 2023, 1:09 PM IST
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Sikkim tragedy: Increasing scientific monitoring of melting glaciers, a sensible solution
October 7, 2023, 3:50 PM IST
Recent events in Sikkim have highlighted the devastating impact of climate change on our environment. A heavy rainstorm over South Lhonak Lake caused it to overflow and led to flash floods in various parts of…
October 7, 2023, 3:50 PM IST
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India’s soaring solar growth proves renewables are the future
October 6, 2023, 4:39 PM IST
In a world where climate change looms as an existential threat, the importance of renewable energy cannot be overstated. A recent study by energy think tank Ember sheds light on India’s remarkable contribution to global…
October 6, 2023, 4:39 PM IST
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The global funding crisis no one is talking about
October 4, 2023, 3:34 PM IST
Take a deep breath. The simple act of breathing is now a major health hazard, thanks to an overlooked crisis of toxic air pollution afflicting billions worldwide. Shocking new data from the Clean Air Fund…
October 4, 2023, 3:34 PM IST
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Beneath the glare of green energy: Unveiling the hidden heat of solar panels
September 24, 2023, 6:52 PM IST
In our pursuit of a greener, more sustainable future, solar panels have emerged as the sunlit champions of renewable energy. These unassuming marvels, perched on rooftops and fields, convert sunlight into electricity, promising to liberate…
September 24, 2023, 6:52 PM IST
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Heat Officer: If Bangladesh can, India should, Uttar Pradesh must!
September 15, 2023, 2:00 PM IST
Extreme heat stands as the foremost health and mortality menace spawned by our shifting climate. Alarming projections suggest that, by 2050, heat waves will encroach upon the lives and sustenance of over 3.5 billion individuals…
September 15, 2023, 2:00 PM IST
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India’s remarkable shift: Reducing solar imports from China to pave way to energy independence
September 14, 2023, 5:18 PM IST
In a world that is increasingly prioritizing clean and sustainable energy sources, India has emerged as a frontrunner in the race towards energy independence. A recent analysis by the energy think tank Ember has shed…
September 14, 2023, 5:18 PM IST
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India’s climate leadership shines in New Delhi declaration at G20 summit
September 10, 2023, 10:59 PM IST
The G20 summit in Delhi concluded with India’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi handing over the ceremonial gavel to Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, marking the transfer of the bloc’s presidency. This event marked…
September 10, 2023, 10:59 PM IST
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Global stock take finds climate efforts lacking as COP28 looms
September 9, 2023, 4:22 PM IST
In a stark warning, the United Nations today released its first official assessment of global progress on climate change since the landmark Paris Agreement of 2015. The report makes clear – the world remains off-track…
September 9, 2023, 4:22 PM IST
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G 20 Summit in New Delhi: India to drive global consensus on climate action
September 8, 2023, 10:24 PM IST
Prime Minister Modi’s announcement in 2021 to make India a Net Zero nation by 2070 sent shockwaves across the globe, setting a powerful example of a developing nation taking ambitious steps to combat climate change….
September 8, 2023, 10:24 PM IST
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From paradise to peril: Unchecked urbanisation meets the wrath of climate change in Himalayas
August 29, 2023, 5:16 PM IST
The scenic vistas of the Himalayas once inspired imaginations of Shangri-La, a mythical utopia nestled in the clouds. Today, however, a much grimmer reality confronts these idyllic mountain landscapes. Tragedy after preventable tragedy continue to…
August 29, 2023, 5:16 PM IST
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Pumping irony: Our misguided obsession with physical fitness
August 26, 2023, 9:35 PM IST
Yo, What’s Up Fellow Humans! So get this – earlier today I was just strolling through the park, earphones in but not really listening to anything. That’s pretty usual for me – if I’m not…
August 26, 2023, 9:35 PM IST
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Make way for rooftop wind power
August 25, 2023, 4:06 PM IST
The winds of change are blowing in India’s energy sector. As the country looks to meet its sustainable development goals and carbon reduction targets, renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are gaining momentum….
August 25, 2023, 4:06 PM IST
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Fighting underemployment one snack at a time: India’s graduate street vendors
August 21, 2023, 11:49 PM IST
It’s a busy evening at the popular market in Lucknow. As the crowd swells, a tea stall owner who wishes to remain anonymous busies himself preparing for the rush. This is “Graduate Chai Wala”, as…
August 21, 2023, 11:49 PM IST
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Himalayan alarm: Decoding the catastrophe through climate science
August 18, 2023, 8:15 PM IST
In the shadow of the Himalayas, a disquieting reality is unraveling: the scenic landscapes of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand are transforming into scenes of devastation. The recurring deluge of monsoon floods and landslides is more…
August 18, 2023, 8:15 PM IST
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Power of precision: Levormeloxifene’s message for population control
August 17, 2023, 12:11 AM IST
Let’s just cut to the chase. India has a massive population issue that we need to address. With over 1.5 billion people, we’ve already left China in the dust as the world’s most populous country….
August 17, 2023, 12:11 AM IST
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Climate Action: Time for rhetoric has passed, consequences of inaction are dire
August 2, 2023, 4:28 PM IST
As the devastating effects of climate change continue to unfold, the recent report by Climate Central sounds yet another alarm bell, revealing that July 2023 was Earth’s hottest month on record. The findings underscore the…
August 2, 2023, 4:28 PM IST
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World on fire: July 2023 breaks heat records, demanding immediate climate action
July 27, 2023, 5:44 PM IST
The world is on fire, and July 2023 has set an alarming precedent – the hottest month ever recorded in human history, and potentially the hottest in 120,000 years, sending an unequivocal signal that immediate…
July 27, 2023, 5:44 PM IST
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